UMC Health System – Lubbock, Texas

UMC Health System is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neuroradiologist to join a hospital-employed, university-affiliated radiology practice.

Lubbock offers a cost of living well below the national average, excellent public and private schools, a vibrant arts and cultural community, major collegiate sporting events, and convenient air travel.

UMC Health System is the leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services across West Texas and Eastern New Mexico, serving more than 300,000 patients annually. Through its partnership with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, UMC supports academic medicine, clinical education, and nationally recognized research initiatives.

UMC maintains the region’s only Level I Trauma Center and is equipped with state-of-the-art imaging technology, including 512-slice CT scanners and 3-Tesla MRI systems, supporting a robust and diverse neuroradiology practice.

Position Highlights

• Primary focus in Neuroradiology, including:
• Brain, spine, head & neck imaging
• Acute neuro trauma and stroke imaging
• Advanced MRI and CT interpretation
• Hybrid academic/private practice model within a university-affiliated environment
• Hospital-employed position with full benefits
• Equal compensation model
• No mammography required
• No travel requirements

Call & Schedule

• Shared call structure with radiology group
• Nighthawk coverage for overnight studies, with final reads
• Work from home 1–2 days per week
• Home workstation provided by UMC at no cost
• 12 weeks of vacation

Practice Environment

• Part of a collaborative group of 19 radiologists
• Strong interdisciplinary relationships with Neurosurgery, Neurology, Trauma, and Critical Care
• APP support for procedural and workflow efficiencies
• Academic involvement available but not mandatory
• Residents and fellows welcome to apply

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation
• $150,000 sign-on bonus
• Full benefits package including:
• Malpractice insurance
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• CME allowance
• Matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Excellent tort reform environment in Texas
• Training stipends available for residents and fellows

• MD or DO
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Radiology
• Fellowship training in Neuroradiology
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure